Observational studyPloS one2022
Risk factors for vitamin D deficiency in Abu Dhabi Emirati population.
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- Vitamin D status among apparently healthy individuals in the UAE: a systematic review.Frontiers in nutrition · 2025Pooled it
- Harnessing natural sunlight indoors: sensor-regulated therapeutic approach to enhance vitamin D status in humans.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Assessment of vitamin D-related knowledge, attitudes and practices among Sultan Qaboos University students in Oman: a cross-sectional study.BMJ public health · 2024Article
- The Non-conventional Effects of Hypovitaminosis D: A Pandemic Even in Sunlight-Rich Countries.Cureus · 2024Review
- The effects of exposure to solar radiation on human health.Photochemical & photobiological sciences : Official journal of the European Photochemistry Association and the European Society for Photobiology · 2023Article
- Effects of Climate, Sun Exposure, and Dietary Intake on Vitamin D Concentrations in Pregnant Women: A Population-Based Study.Nutrients · 2023Article
- Nutrition Situation Analysis in the UAE: A Review Study.Nutrients · 2023Review
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Abstract
objectiveThere have been concerns regarding the high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in the United Arab Emirates and the association between this prevalence and cardiovascular risk. Vitamin D deficiency is a global public health problem, with a high prevalence in the Abu Dhabi national population. This cross-sectional retrospective observational study aimed to elucidate vitamin D deficiency symptoms and contributing factors in this context. METHOD AND SAMPLING: Among 12346 participants presenting for their Weqaya population comprehensive cardiovascular risk factor screening, 700 were randomly selected and telephoned, among whom 400 completed a questionnaire that elicited information on dietary intake, sun exposure, clothing, physical activity, and symptoms related to vitamin D deficiency.
resultsHigher vitamin D levels were noted in participants who consumed extra servings of cod liver oil, tuna, salmon, and eggs; who wore clothes with their arms and legs exposed; and who performed daily physical activity. Symptoms of hypovitaminosis D (bone pain) were more frequently found in females. Fatigue is significantly associated with low vitamin D and younger participants. Strategies focusing on health promotion and lifestyle interventions should be implemented to address vitamin D deficiency.
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